Archive - Sep 15, 2011

September 15, 2011

By

Dan Hawthorne

On the heels of the teamâ€™s first victory in 2011, West Point (1-2) will have another tough hurdle when they hit the road for the second time this season at Noxubee County.

Last week, the Green Wave used a dominating second half effort from its defense and a balanced attack on offense to earn a 33-12 win over visiting Starkville who handed them their only loss a year ago.

September 15, 2011

By

Dan Hawthorne

As many as six players will be out for Oak Hill in tonightâ€™s non conference slate versus Winona Christian. Itâ€™s been an issue for the read and white since fall camp.
Head coach Benjie Merchant and his staff have been forced to reshuffle positions all year long.
â€śItâ€™s killing us,â€ť he said. â€śWe get one back, we lose anther one.â€ť
Third string quarterback Adam Tumey, a new addition to the squad will be taking the snaps. Last season he played cornerback.
â€śHeâ€™s got a good arm and good throwing motion, just lack of experience at the position,â€ť Merchant said.

September 15, 2011

By

Dan Hawthorne

With Hebron Christian School on the verge of a district title, Tuesdayâ€™s 12-1 victory over Calhoun Academy clinched a fifth consecutive playoff appearance for the Lady Eagles.
A landmark in itself, but for pitcher Chloe Tapley, it solidified her as one of the best pitchers in the MAIS.
Tapley again had another stellar outing in the circle, just three hits given up to compliment 13 strikeouts.
Nothing new for the junior, who over the last few weeks had pitched three straight no-hitters.

September 15, 2011

James Allen Gallant Jr.

James Allen Gallant Jr., age 74, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.
Funeral services were Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2011, at 2 p.m. from the Marion County Funeral Home. Burial followed in Bethel Church of Christ Cemetery of Vernon Ala., with Military Honors and Masonic Rites.
Marion County Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.